“Have you watched ‘Bodkin‘ yet?” It’s a series that dives deep into the world of true crime podcasting, but it’s more than just a mystery. Set in a quaint Irish town with a dark history, ‘Bodkin‘ follows Gilbert Power, a podcast host from America, his researcher Emmy, and the determined journalist Dove. Together, they unravel…
Hello, fellow Star Trek fan! Now, let’s engage in Star Trek: Discovery—the latest voyage in this iconic franchise. I have found that this series has charged up the Cosmos rather significantly with some rather bold storytelling and quite cerebral themes. For me, as a viewer who happens to be a Christian, the series definitely presents…
The series adaptation of Viet Thanh Nguyen’s novel, “The Sympathizer,” open their doors onto the chaotic post-Vietnam War era, in which the complications of clashing identities test allegiances. His novel, now a series, offers a deep investigation into the mind of the protagonist, the Captain, who faces severe political and personal turmoil around the globe….
Hey there, let’s dive into “Sugar,” the new detective series that’s been making waves. It’s not your run-of-the-mill crime drama; it’s got depth, mystery, and a lot to unpack. If you’re into shows that make you think, this might just be your cup of tea. John Sugar: A Complex Hero At the heart of “Sugar”…
Based on Heather Morris’ novel, The Tattooist of Auschwitz is vivid testimony to the horrifying experience that befell Lale Sokolov, a Jewish prisoner who became the tattooist tasked with the tattooing of fellow inmates at Auschwitz-Birkenau in World War II. It is something very poignant, reaching to the deepest depth of human cruelty and the…
Stephen Merchant’s newest brainchild, “The Outlaws,” pulls viewers into the lives of seven unlikely allies that hail from Bristol, UK. Each one has their quirkiness and pasts all uniquely interwoven into a tale that intertwines humor, drama, and unexpected plot twists. Unlikely Bonds and Complex Characters The heart of “The Outlaws” is in its characters—seven…
I didn’t know what to expect at all the first time I plunged into the Netflix series “Geek Girl.” From the beloved book series by Holly Smale, it is about a teenager named Harriet Manners, whose life is changed by being scouted as a model. The series melds elements of comedy with touching moments of…
Few sports dramas have been linked as viscerally as the scandal involving Donald Sterling, former owner of the Los Angeles Clippers. His fall from grace amid accusations of being a racist shook not only the NBA but reverberated across society. The series “Clipped” takes a deep dive into this whirlwind period, offering a provocative and…
Diving into “Lady in the Lake,” a journey back to 1960s Baltimore, we’re immediately drawn into the lives of Maddie Schwartz and Cleo Sherwood. Maddie, portrayed by Natalie Portman, begins as a housewife stifled by societal expectations, yearning for more than just domestic duties. Her encounter with a missing girl’s case propels her into the…
“Unfrosted” dives deep into the quirky tale of how Pop-Tarts came to be, set against a backdrop of corporate rivalry and historical remixing. It’s like a wild ride through the imagination, where everything from corporate espionage to exaggerated historical figures gets a humorous spin. As Christians, we appreciate humor and satire, but we also weigh…
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